Oscar bosses explain Farrah Fawcett snub

Oscar bosses have defended their decision not to feature Charlie's Angels star Farrah Fawcett in the In Memoriam segment of the ceremony on Sunday night. The family of the star, who died in June, said that they were "deeply saddened" and "bereft" that she had been left out of the list. But the Academy said that as the actress was known for her "remarkable television work", they thought it was more appropriate to honour her at the Emmy Awards.

"In every category, you're going to miss some wonderful people," said Bruce Davis, who has helped compile the montage. He went on to say that he was "sorry" that Farrah's family were upset by the omission. "There's nothing you can say to people, particularly to family members, within a day or two of the show that helps at all."